Culture for Isolation of Pathogenic Leptospira spp., Leptospira spp.
Specimen:
Whole Blood
Volume/Quantity:
3-5 mL
Shedule of Collection:
within 10 days after onset of symptoms
Collection/Storage/Handling/Transport:
Collection: Acquire 2 tubes of EMJH or Korthof’s medium (to be requested by referring/requesting laboratory)
: Aseptically inoculate 0.5 ml of sample into each tube. If quantity is not sufficient, inoculate into one tube only.
: Wrap with opaque material
Running Day:
Monday to Friday
Cut off Day and Time:
Not Applicable
Note: during weekends, holidays and after office hours specimens are received in the clinical laboratory
Turnaround Time:
12 weeks
Fee:
₱2900.00
*Free of charge if coordinated/reported to RESU/PESU/CESU/MESU and accompanied with PIDSR
Status:
Available